The view from the Y

        I was on top of the world, and I felt very accomplished.  I didn't think I could make it but I did, I was on top of Provo, Ut and I wasn't even in pain.  The view was beautiful, the shiny cars, the beautiful Provo Temple, and Utah Lake. Sad how it wasn't as full as it once was but still shimering in the sunlight.  It was Green in color but not like Algae Green it was more of a Soft Green with a touch of blue.  How much better could it be?  I was so please with myself for accomplishing something so hard and difficult for a body that is entirely out of shape.  I could see my old apartment building and BYU campus and the Provo Power facility.  I was looking at the Valley as the Pioneers once saw it only with a few more houses and Buildings.  ( I am being sarcastic, it is totally different and I know it).  The hustle and bustle of the city didn't take away from my joy and the serenity of being above all the chaos.
       I have a new work out partner and she is creative and wanting to work out daily.  I am still sore from out work out on Saturday but it is great to be building muscle and fighting fat.  I love the outdoors and hope to get in better shape and be fit for the first time in my life.  What would it be like to not pant everytime I want to go for a jog?  I don't know yet but hope I will one day soon.  The way I see it, is that I am not in very good shape and I have a lot of fat on me that I need to improve.  Improving might bring me regularity (monthly) and more energy.  It might help me offer better service to others who are moving or need a helping hand, it might make me feel good about myself.  I have discovered that working out helps me feel good and it allows me to blow off some steam and let my frustrations out.  I hope I see results because if I plateau again, I will be discouraged and I may stop trying again.